Gombe State Debunks NYSC Corps Members’ Death Rumour in Road Crash!

Gombe State Debunks NYSC Corps Members’ Death Rumour in Road Crash!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The Gombe State Government has denied viral claims that 16 prospective NYSC corps members died in a road crash en route to the orientation camp, describing the report as “false and misleading.”

“No such incident occurred. We urge the public to disregard the rumour and avoid spreading panic,” said Gombe’s Commissioner for Information, Mijinyawa Tilde. [1]

Key Details:

• The fake news had circulated widely across social media platforms on November 20, 2025.
• NYSC officials in the state also confirmed that no corps members under their care were involved in any road crash.
• Authorities have warned that purveyors of misinformation may face prosecution under cybercrime laws. [2]

Why It Matters:

• The rumour triggered unnecessary panic among families and the public, particularly those with children in the NYSC programme.
• It highlights ongoing concerns over the spread of unverified content on Nigerian social media.

What to Watch:

• Whether Gombe authorities take legal action against those behind the viral rumour.
• Measures NYSC may introduce to improve communication transparency during orientation travel periods.

Citations:

1. Daily Trust: dailytrust.com/gombe-govt-denies-nysc-deaths
2. Channels TV: channelstv.com/2025/11/gombe-nysc-debunks-fake-corps-deaths

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